Physical Therapist Home Health
Location: Holbrook, NY
Job Title: Physical Therapist Home Health Suffolk County
Job Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality therapy services according to the applicable Standards of Practice
- Assess patients and create personalized treatment plans with short and long-term goals
- Monitor and report the patient's progress, treatment reactions, and any changes in their condition to the responsible physician; adjust the treatment plan as necessary
- Educate the patient, caregiver, and healthcare team on methods to improve and address disabilities
- Maintain regular communication with physicians and other healthcare professionals
- Prepare for patient discharge by setting realistic and achievable long-term goals that can be modified as the condition changes
- Provide guidance and support to the patient and caregiver for post-discharge care
- Report any significant patient, family, or physician issues to the Clinical Director
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Current state licensure, CPR certification, driver's license, and automobile liability insurance are mandatory
- In-depth knowledge of professional theory, practice, techniques, principles, and equipment
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to document patient care accurately
- Capability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with patients, healthcare professionals, physicians, and the public
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience is required